Free-arm Sewing

o For free-arm sewing:

1_Grip the extension table with your index finger and thumb 2. Pull gently to the left The extension table will snap out

For flat-bed sewing:

1.Insert the tab and the pin into their catche&

2. With your thumb and index finger, gently snap in,

Changing Needle

(D Needle clamp screw (_) Needle clamp

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Turn off the power switch

 

Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the

 

handwheel counterclockwise, toward you, and lower the

 

presser fool

 

Loosen the needle clamp screw (D by turning it

 

counterclockwise

 

Remove the needle from the clamp(_)

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Insert a new needle into the needle clamp (_) with the flat

 

side to the rear,

 

When inserting the needle into the clamp, push it up as

 

far as it goes Tighten the clamp screw 0 firmly by turning

 

it clockwise

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To check for a good needle, placetheflat sideoftheneedle

 

onto something flat (needle plate, glass,etc.) The gap

 

between the needle and the flat surface should be consis

 

tent Never use a bent or bluntneedle.

 

A damaged needle can cause permanent snags

 

or runs in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics

Changing Presser Foot

($) Lever

(_) Groove

(_) Pin

] To remove:

Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle to its highest position. Press the leverOon the back of the foot holder, The presser foot will drop off

[] To attache:

Place the presser foot so the pin (_)on the foot lines just under the groove(_) of the foot holder. Lower the foot holder to lock the foot in place

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Kenmore 385.15512 Free-arm Sewing, Changing Needle, For free-arm sewing, For flat-bed sewing, Changing Presser Foot

385.15512 specifications

The Kenmore 385.15512 is a versatile sewing machine that caters to both beginners and experienced sewists alike. Known for its reliability and user-friendly features, this model has become a popular choice among those looking to tackle a variety of sewing projects.

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